A coalition of Israel’s Arab-majority Ra’am party and the centrist Democrats have thrown their support behind former defense chief Gadi Eisenkot as he seeks to assemble the country’s next governing alliance. The move marks a significant shift in political dynamics, as Eisenkot’s candidacy gains momentum from unlikely allies amid ongoing negotiations. With key factions aligning behind him, Eisenkot’s bid now hinges on securing broader consensus in a deeply divided political landscape. The development underscores the fragile but critical role of smaller parties in shaping Israel’s next leadership.
Arab-majority party Ra’am and the Democrats have backed Gadi Eisenkot in a bid to form Israel’s next government.
